2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1985 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1065 kg more than 2009 Cadillac BLS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac BLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini LM will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 1985 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lamborghini |
| Model | BLS | LM |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.8 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 169 L |
